Weddings Archive

It never rains in Southern California.

Yeah right. Chris + Katie came to San Diego for their destination wedding with the dreams of dancing under stars and cafe lights. Mother Nature had her own plans. Throughout the many curve balls the rain sent our way, Katie and Chris remained positive and truly happy to become husband and wife. And the rain complied and let up after the ceremony so we could get some beach photos!  Venue: Paradise Point Resort
Photographer: Melissa McClure Photography
Coordinator: Regina – Aquilone Events
Florist: Embellishmint
DJ: Hit It Music Productions, Dave Cutler
Cake: Sweet Cheeks Baking Co
Cafe Lights: San Diego Events Lighting

I’ve been holding off on blogging this wedding forever waiting for a feature! It happened! Check it out on Every Last Detail’s blog.

I had a blast getting to know Erin + Marc through the wedding planning process and I can say they are the sweetest, most caring couple. They brought on Heather from Amorolgy who knocked it out of the park on details. Their celebration was a family centric affair and it showed the entire day. Even from Erin getting ready in the room she grew up in!

Vendors who made it all happen…

Photography: Melissa McClure Photography //Coordination and Design: Amorology // Backdrop: Back Up Backdrops // Flowers: Four Seasons Flowers // Venue: Rancho Bernardo Inn // Beauty: Amy Clarke // Cake: Edelweiss Bakery // Cinema: Unlimited Thought // Entertainment: Wayne Foster  // Favors: Honolulu cookie company // Table top Rentals: Casa De Perrin  // Wood tables: Abbey Party Rentals // Linens: La Tavola Linen // Paper: Peanut Press

I usually start my blogs with a pretty photo of the couple. But today, it’s a bit different. This post is dedicated to Tom’s mom who lost a very short and unexpected battle to cancer not long after the wedding. Hearing these stories really drive home the importance of family photos. My heart goes out to Tom and his family.

Tom + Danielle’s wedding day was a hit or miss on rain. We got so lucky and had the most beautiful soft grey skies! And you cannot miss their gorgeous cake – contender for one of my very favorites! 
Venue: Tom Ham’s Lighthouse
Photographer: Melissa McClure Photography
Coordinator: Deanna Jones
Florist: Posies Flowers
Getting Ready Venue: Hilton Harbor Island
Bride’s Hair & Makeup: Lynzy Gowing
DJ: Primo
Cake: Babycakes
Video: Motus Films
Officiant: Craig Knudsen

My biggest memory from this wedding was the weather. It was HOT. Like hottest day of the year hot. And the limo bus AC broke down. We all squeezed in to a regular limo to get to the first look. But once Edie + Carlo saw each other for the first time, nothing else mattered. They were all smiles and laughs leading up to the ceremony!

Venue: Falkner Winery
Photographer: Melissa McClure Photography
Coordinator: Stacey with Storybook Weddings and Events
Makeup Artist: Elena T Beauty
Getting Ready Venue: Temecula Creek Inn

If laughing was a hobby, these two would have that listed first. We laughed the entire engagement session and the wedding was nothing different! I really enjoyed hanging out with these two, they are so easy to get along with! And their families were so awesome. Oh and if you ask nicely, Michele might teach you how to Dougie. 😉

Venue: Japanese Friendship Garden
Photographer: Melissa McClure Photography
Videographer: Murasaki Media
DJ: Eddie
Florist: I Do Flowers For You
Catering: Ranch